Established in 1977 by Maria Elena, Avila's El Ranchito Mexican Restaurant is a family-friendly restaurant that serves an array of authentic and traditional Mexican food. Located in a historic Laguna Landmark building on the ocean side of town, Avila's boasts a warm and welcoming ambiance and beautiful sea and sunset views. The menu features delicious homemade Mexican fare including starters of mahi-mahi ceviche, nachos, and quesadillas, a variety of soft tacos, platillos, handmade tortillas, fajitas, and burritos for mains. If you are looking for romantic date ideas, this is a great place to try.

You will also find exclusive Ranchito specials such as Botana Carnitas (pork marinated in lemon and garlic) and Asada Encebollado (tender strips of rib eye steak served on a skillet with grilled onions and accented with Mama Avila's own Chile Negro). A separate children’s menu offers smaller portions of favorites such as chicken fingers and burgers, and a catering and banquet menu is available for special occasions and other events.

2101 Placentia Avenue, Costa Mesa, CA, Phone: 949-642-1142

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